This meeting brings together the MIRA community to examine these evolving risks and operating dynamics, share perspectives on their implications for investment and supply chains, and begin identifying practical priorities to strengthen integrity across the critical minerals value chain.
Over the past several months, CIPE, in collaboration with MIRA members, has been systematically gathering insights to inform the Promoting Responsible Ownership and Transparency in Critical Minerals (PROTECT) initiative, funded by the U.S. Department of State. This meeting provides an opportunity to build on that foundation—helping to shape priority areas and translate emerging insights into practical, collaborative approaches that enhance transparency, trust, and resilience across the sector.
Agenda
This is an invitation-only meeting for members and invited guests of the Minerals Integrity & Resilience Alliance (MIRA). The meeting will not be recorded. Any notes or summaries will be used solely for internal purposes and high-level, non-attributable reporting to the PROTECT donor. This format is intended to foster a trusted environment for open exchange and practical collaboration.
09:00 – 09:10 | Welcome Remarks
- TBD, U.S. Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs
- Frank Brown, Director, Anti-Corruption & Governance, Center for International Private Enterprise (CIPE)
09:10 – 09:30 | Session 1: Responsible Ownership and Transparency in a Competitive Global Landscape
This session will examine the evolving political and economic context shaping critical minerals supply chains and introduce the PROTECT initiative. It will explore implications for investment, market access, and supply chain resilience.
Guiding questions:
- How can stakeholders compete while securing reliable supply?
- Does strong governance enhance resilience and investment attractiveness?
- How can engagement through the MIRA network reduce risk and unlock opportunity?
Moderator: Dr. Isabel Cane, Senior Advisor, CIPE
09:30 – 09:50 | Session 2: Emerging Risks Across the Value Chain
This session will map key governance and integrity risks across the critical minerals value chain, from global dynamics to local realities. It will identify priority challenges affecting investment, operations, and downstream exposure, and help shape MIRA priorities.
Interactive element:
- Live polling on key risks and priority geographies
Moderator: Frank Brown, Director, CIPE
09:50 – 10:20 | Session 3: Advancing Secure and Responsible Supply Chains
This session will focus on practical solutions to strengthen supply chain security and investment readiness, including traceability tools, data-driven approaches, regulatory frameworks, and partnership models.
Participants will identify priority actions to support resilient and scalable critical minerals supply chains and inform the PROTECT work agenda through 2027.
Moderator: Katya Lysova, Program Director, CIPE
10:20 – 10:30 | Next Steps and Closing
Overview of immediate next steps, upcoming engagement opportunities, and participation in thematic working groups within MIRA.
Facilitated by CIPE